This is a podcast for anyone involved in children's ministry! Each episode we aim to bring you content that will inspire, equip and most of all, energize your #kidmin!
Children's Pastor Seth Harden from Jackson, TN shares some insights on how to teach lessons that stick with our students.
Steve Cannon, Director of the UPCI Children's Ministries, shares some happenings from 2017 and what's to come for 2018 in #kidmin. Resources mentioned in this episode: upcichildrensministries.org http://www.najbq.com https://childrensministryassociation.com
Ritchie Roberts, children's pastor in Bellevue, FL, shares his experiences in transitioning into the role of children's pastor. Check out the fun yet informative #kidmin podcast Sticks N Dirt: https://soundcloud.com/moc5
Daniel Gums, children's evangelist from Orange, CA, shares some insights and practical tools on praying with children in the altar. Check out Daniel and Marilyn's ministry at kidsevangelist.com.
Diana Peters, Ministries Director at The Peninsula Pentecostals in Newport News, VA, shares some insights on developing and training kidmin volunteers. Check out the form that Diana uses evaluate her volunteers: http://www.kickministries.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2017-KKG-Navigating-To-Excellence-Form.pdf
Brad Fain, a licensed counselor and Family Life Pastor at Atlanta West Church, shares some insights and practical tools on providing safety in our kidmin.
Randy Mocaby, children's pastor in Morgantown, WV shares some insights on how to create an exciting environment for our kids through themes and props. Resources mentioned in this episode: ClipGrab: www.clibgrab.org WonderShare: www.wondershare.com Children's Ministry Deals: www.childrens-ministry-deals.com Randy's podcast - Sticks N Dirt Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/snd-sticks-n-dirt-kidmin-podcast/id1294436488?mt=2 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/moc5
In this episode, we talk with Mikko Carter, a pastor and children's evangelist from Miramichi, NB. He shares some tips and insights finding creativity and using our God-given talents when ministering to kids.
Ryan and Cheyenne Copeland, kids' pastors in West Monroe, LA, share their passion for discipling kids for Christ. They give some practical ways to introduce discipleship in your kidmin.
In this week's episode, Children's Evangelist Lauren Crutchfield shares some insights on connecting with kids when teaching from a stage or teaching in a large group format. Resources mentioned in this episode: Investing in Futures: www.investinginfutures.faith PPH: www.pentecostalpublishing.com Connect with Lauren: www.laurentaylorministries.com www.youtube.com/channel/UCpMnuJlAMWLGa7fzGED-u1A/featured
On this week's #5MinFriday, we're talking about teams. Teams are important in any organization or ministry, especially children's ministry. Dream, plan, brainstorm, solve problems with a team and you'll never go wrong. Lead your core team and have them lead your volunteers. Song: Fredji - Happy Life (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/KzQiRABVARk
Dan Mack, children's evangelist and pastor in Biloxi, MS, shares his story and passion for the Hispanic community. He also shares practical ways children's ministries can reach the Spanish-speaking families in their surrounding community. Check out Dan's kidmin conference: Kidnetic Children's Ministry Conference Feb. 9-10, 2018 - Jackson, MS Kid-netic.net
On this week's #5MinFriday, we're talking about the first 7 minutes. It only takes 7 minutes for a family to form an impression of your church. What kind of impression will you make?
In this episode, Kendra Shock, student pastor in Covington, LA, shares some insights on connecting with pre-teens and how to make sure there is a smooth and effective transition from kidmin to youth ministry. Resources mentioned in this episode: "Alone: Finding Connection in a Lonely World" by Andy Braner "Sustainable Youth Ministry" by Mark DeVries
On today's #5MinFriday, I ask this question "How do you pay your volunteers?" Powered by the-kick.com Song: Fredji - Happy Life (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/KzQiRABVARk
Alan Skluzacek, founder of S.A.L.T. (Student Action Leadership Team) shares his story of how SALT started the purpose of SALT. He also shares ways we can empower teenagers/young adults and children to be bold in faith and operate in the supernatural.
Pastor Richard Gifford of Waycross, GA shares his passion for reaching children in the community. While reaching for children and families in the community, he began to see the transformation that took place not just in the children, but in the teens, young adults and retired seniors that were involved in the ministry. In other words, it began to change his entire church culture! Resources mentioned in this episode: Investing in Futures: goo.gl/HgkGA8
In this episode, we talk with Pastor Nate Roberts from Joplin, MO. Pastor Nate has been a children's evangelist for 23 years. He shares some insights on the transition from evangelizing to pastoring. He also shares a unique perspective on a pastor's expectations when it comes to children's ministry and how kidmin workers can connect with families and allow children's ministry to be a central part of the church. Powered by www.the-kick.com
Interview with Justin Jeter "Connecting the church and home" In this episode, we sit down with Justin Jeter, children’s pastor in Bentonville, AR. We talk about the importance of connecting the home and family and strategic ways to do so. Justin explains his strategies he uses every to engage parents and shares some tips on how to effectively use social media to connect with families. Resources mentioned in the episode: www.whatisorange.org www.kidology.org https://cmconnect.org/tag/podcast/ Parent handout used in Justin’s ministry: goo.gl/gFDkeA Contact Justin: Instagram: justin_88_jeter Email: justin88jeter@gmail.com http://childrensministryassociation.com/minister-database/justin-jeter
There are two questions you should always ask after every #kidmin event.
There is a fine line in #kidmin when it comes to entertaining or connecting. Kids need to have fun in our programs but more importantly they need to be connected to something bigger. Entertainment doesn't last but an experience with Jesus does.
There are three questions that we must ask ourselves on a regular basis. These questions will help us stay focused and effective when reaching kids. Music Credit: Bensound.com
Children's ministers Alec Story and David Roca share their passions for having an effective children's church and connecting children to missions.
Children's Pastor James Wang from San Jose, CA and Pastor Rob McKee from Katy, TX.
Lloyd Squires, The King's Clown, shares stories from over 30 years of traveling full-time in children's ministry.
Children's pastor Kim Ramsey and Evangelist John Lagas share their passion for reaching kids for Christ.